Autumn for Fringe Festival
Indie theatre event moves to October for 2025
After more than a decade of lighting up Charlottetown with bold, boundary-pushing performances in the heat of summer, the Island Fringe Festival is making a seasonal shift. The 2025 edition of the festival will take place October 8–12—trading swimsuits for scarves and infusing the Fringe experience with a dose of autumn magic.
The shift offers exciting new possibilities. More breathing room: With the summer calendar jam-packed with events, October offers a quieter window for cultural experiences to take center stage. Seasonal connection: As Islanders return to routines after summer holidays, the festival becomes a perfect opportunity to reconnect through creativity and community. Autumn ambiance: Cooler air, vibrant foliage, and that fall feeling will provide a beautiful and intimate setting for performances to thrive.
This year’s lineup features ten diverse productions—with five from PEI, three from across Canada, and two from the United States. True to Fringe form, audiences can expect an eclectic mix of styles and genres, including dance, drama, comedy, and puppetry—something for every curious heart and open mind.
While the timing may be new, the soul of the festival remains unchanged.
“It’s a big shift—and I’d be lying if I said I’m not nervous,” says Executive Director Grace Kimpinski. “But I’m also really excited. October brings fresh rhythm and creative energy. I can’t wait to see how it all unfolds.”
With a fresh look, new season, and the same offbeat spirit, the 2025 edition of Island Fringe promises to surprise, inspire, and connect.
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